What REALLY Happened to Owlowiscious? | MLP Mysteries

Summary

The video script discusses the character Owlicious from the animated series 'My Little Pony', who first appeared in Season 1's episode 'Owl's Well That Ends Well'. The character, initially taken in by Twilight Sparkle as an assistant, gradually diminishes in relevance throughout the show's run. The video theorizes that Owlicious's reduced presence could be due to the writers forgetting about him or having no further use for the character. It also explores a fan theory suggesting Owlicious might have been a secret spy or surveillance tool, possibly for a character like Cozy Glow. The video concludes by noting that despite his diminished role, Owlicious remains a memorable and mysterious character in the series, with even his name spelling being a topic of debate among fans.

Takeaways

• 📺 **Owlicious Debut**: Owlicious first appeared in Season 1, Episode 26 titled 'Owl's Well That Ends Well', where he was taken in by Twilight Sparkle as an assistant.
• 👀 **Initial Skepticism**: Spike was initially skeptical and even jealous of Owlicious, suspecting him to be somewhat sinister due to his appearance.
• 📚 **Role in Later Seasons**: Owlicious had minimal roles in later seasons, appearing mostly in photos without significant plot involvement.
• 🤔 **Speculative Theories**: The video suggests a theory that Owlicious could have been a secret spy or surveillance tool, although this is purely speculative and for entertainment.
• 📉 **Decreasing Relevance**: Over time, Owlicious became less relevant in the show, possibly due to the writers running out of ideas for his character.
• 📈 **Seasonal Appearances**: Owlicious had a few appearances in early seasons, particularly in Season 4, but his role diminished in Season 5 and beyond.
• 📸 **Photo Appearances**: In later seasons, Owlicious was often mentioned or shown in photos, indicating the writers remembered the character but did not actively include him.
• 🧐 **Canonical Views**: The video introduces the concept of 'Doylest' and 'Watsonian' views, referring to real-world versus in-universe explanations for character developments.
• 📝 **Spelling Confusion**: There seems to be some confusion among fans regarding the correct spelling of Owlicious's name, adding to the character's mystique.
• 🔍 **In-Depth Analysis**: The video offers an in-depth look at Owlicious's relationships with other characters and his role in the series, inviting viewers to think critically about character arcs.
• ✍️ **Engagement Invitation**: The script ends with an invitation for viewers to share their thoughts in the comments and subscribe for more in-depth analyses of 'My Little Pony'.

Q & A

In which season and episode did Owlicious first appear?

Owlicious first appeared in Season 1, in the episode titled 'Owl's Well That Ends Well'.

What is the initial relationship between Owlicious and Twilight Sparkle?

Owlicious randomly finds Twilight Sparkle and she takes a liking to him, taking him in as a new assistant.

How does Spike react to Owlicious's introduction?

Spike is displeased with Owlicious's arrival and is skeptical of him, possibly out of jealousy.

In which season does Owlicious have a significant role?

Owlicious has a more significant role in Season 3, particularly in the episodes 'Magic Duel' and 'Just for Sidekicks'.

Why does Owlicious become less relevant in later seasons?

The script suggests that there might not have been any further use for Owlicious's character after his introduction, which was likely intended as a one-off episode.

What is the theory proposed about Owlicious's true nature?

The theory proposed is that Owlicious might be a secret spy or surveillance tool, possibly for a character like Cozy Glow.

What is the difference between the Doylest and Watsonian views?

The Doylest view refers to the real-world explanation (e.g., writers forgetting about a character), while the Watsonian view refers to in-universe explanations (e.g., character's actions or motivations within the story).

How many times does Owlicious appear in Season 4?

Owlicious has several appearances in Season 4, including episodes 'Maud Pie' and 'Twilight's Kingdom Part 2'.

In which season does Owlicious appear for the last time?

Owlicious appears for the last time in Season 9, in the episode 'The Last Problem'.

Why is Owlicious considered one of the strangest characters in My Little Pony?

Owlicious is considered strange partly because of the mystery surrounding his decreasing relevance and the fact that there is no consensus on how to spell his name.

What challenge does the script pose to the audience?

The script challenges the audience to come up with an episode plot that meaningfully involves Owlicious.

Why does the script mention the character's appearance in photos in later seasons?

The mention of Owlicious appearing in photos suggests that the writers still remembered the character but did not prioritize his inclusion in the physical storyline.